I plugged mine directly into an available LAN port (with a network cable) on my router for a more reliable connection. We can set what is most important in case there are more than two recordings scheduled at the same time. Power on the device you’d like to use with your Fire TV Recast (such as your Fire TV Edition television, Fire TV streaming media player, or Echo Show). You’ll have full access to all the features and functions of your TV, including the ability to change channels, adjust the volume, and access menu options.

You can also use other Echo devices for requests that don’t require video playback, such as scheduling, cancelling, or deleting recordings. Once you enter the DVR section, you can choose from the following, Channel Guide, Scheduled Recordings, Recording Priority, and DVR Settings.The recording capabilities are very similar to cable and satellite DVRs that provide the same functionality. From what I have read, it does not work very well with the 1st Generation Fire TV Stick which is expected due to its low processing power. If you recently purchased this device, complete that set-up process first, then set up Fire TV Recast.

Launch the Fire TV app on your mobile device and tap Set up Fire TV Recast and follow the instructions to set up your Fire TV Recast. It is important to note that you are not required to use a network cable because it will work via wireless connection as well as through your WiFi router. From various reports on the Internet, the Recast doesn’t work well on 1st Generation Fire TV Sticks. Make sure you have the latest version of the software for your Fire TV streaming media player, Fire TV Edition television and/or Echo Show.This is to ensure that all Fire TV streaming media players work with Fire TV Recast, and to deliver more reliable video streams over Wi-Fi.

These antennas come with differing reception distances so you can choose which best fits your needs. Works with all streaming boxes such as Roku which presents you with a clean menu of only TV programming. There is no limit, you can pair your Recast with as many Fire TV compatible devices as you would like. Keep in mind that this device is only capable of recording over-the-air television and not cable, satellite, or IPTV. Also, it is simple to spread this signal to all other television hookups in the house since this is connected to the main splitter in my basement.Troy has enjoyed this hobby since 2002 when he modded the original Xbox and installed XBMC (now Kodi) so he could stream movies on his home network. Optional: connect a network cable from the available LAN port on the router to the Ethernet port on Fire TV Recast.